Santa Cecilia Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Santa Cecilia
Popular places to visit
Arequipa Plaza de Armas
You can learn about the history of Arequipa with a trip to Arequipa Plaza de Armas. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.
Arequipa Cathedral
You can learn about the history of Arequipa when you stop by Arequipa Cathedral. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.
San Camilo Market
During your trip to Arequipa, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at San Camilo Market. Discover the area's volcano viewpoints and temples.
Santa Catalina Monastery
You can learn about the history of Arequipa with a visit to Santa Catalina Monastery. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.
Mall Aventura Porongoche
During your trip to Arequipa, you can enjoy retail therapy at Mall Aventura Porongoche. Discover the area's volcano viewpoints and temples.
Parque Lambramani
During your visit to Arequipa, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Parque Lambramani. Discover the area's volcano viewpoints and temples.
Activities
Sillar Route in Arequipa and viewpoint of the Volcanoes
Sillar Route and Culebrillas Petroglyphs
Arequipa Sillar Stone Quarries and Culebrillas Canyon Tour
Arequipa: Tour to the Pillones Waterfalls and Stone Forest
Our pick of the best Santa Cecilia Hotel Deals
Wyndham Costa del Sol Arequipa
Very clean
Reviewed on 30 Jan 2026
Hampton by Hilton Arequipa
Muy buen hotel, el desayuno es excelente.
Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026
qema Arequipa
The poolside al fresco dining and bar was so great. The river rafting tour they arranged was super fun, with convenient pickup from the hotel. The staff are all so nice. The room was cleaned well and was quite comfortable.
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026
Katari Hotel At Plaza de Armas
The staff were excellent lovely place to stay
Reviewed on 27 Jan 2026
Sonesta Hotel Arequipa
Very nice hotel. Amazing breakfast, nice room and helpful staff.
Reviewed on 4 Feb 2026
Casa Andina Select Arequipa Plaza
Very good
Reviewed on 12 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Santa Cecilia
Yanahuara
While visiting Yanahuara, you might make a stop by sights like Yanahuara Plaza and Yanahuara Viewpoint.
Historical Center
Unique features of Historical Center include the mountain views and historical sites. Make a stop by Museum of Andean Sanctuaries or Arequipa Plaza de Armas while you're exploring the area.
Vallecito
While there might not be top attractions in Vallecito, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Umacollo Stadium and Museum of Andean Sanctuaries.
San Lázaro
When in San Lázaro, you can plan a visit to Santa Catalina Monastery and Arequipa Cathedral, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Challapampa - Santa Sofía
While Challapampa - Santa Sofía isn't home to many top sights, Yanahuara Plaza and Umacollo Stadium are some notable places to visit nearby.
Huaranguillo
When in Huaranguillo, you can plan a visit to Casa Goyeneche and Umacollo Stadium, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
